The recent clash between the military and illegal miners in a gold mining concession owned by Earl International Group Gold Ltd has been deemed as unfortunate and avoidable by Albert Azongo, the Assistant Public Relations Officer of the company.
Azongo stated that the company had engaged in discussions with relevant stakeholders, including regulators, community leaders, and identified operators of illegal mining pits, in an effort to prevent such incidents. He clarified that the mining pits in question were within the company’s 16.02sq.km concession, and the individuals operating them did not hold any mining licenses or concessions.
While acknowledging the socio-economic impact of sealing the illegal mining pits, Azongo stressed that the company’s priority was to ensure the safety of the miners working in the area. He explained that the company had previously hired individuals who were working under concessionaires within their area after obtaining the large-scale mining lease.
Azongo emphasized that the conflict was not with the Gbane Community as a whole, but with individuals seeking to protect their livelihoods. He expressed the company’s willingness to reopen discussions with relevant parties to address the issue and work towards a resolution.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana
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